Africa

Ex-Mauritius finance minister released on bail amid fraud charges

The government has accused the previous administration of falsifying data on economic growth.

South Africa records food poisoning death despite spaza registration order

South Africa has been hit by a series of food poisoning incidents that killed atleast 20 and affecte

Algeria 'orders' 12 French officials to leave country in 48 hours

The latest development comes at a delicate time in relations between Algeria and its former colonial

Gabon coup leader Nguema wins presidential election

Brice Oligui Nguema won Saturday's presidential election with 90.35% of votes cast, according to pro

Somalia launches nationwide voter registration drive ahead of historic polls

This marks the first time in nearly five decades that Mogadishu residents will visit registration ce

Gabon awaits election results after massive turnout

About 87.21% of registered voters had cast their ballots by 6:30 pm, the time polling stations close